The Heavy Metal Detox Guide

October 3, 2025

Why Worry About Heavy Metals?

When we think about living healthily, we usually focus on eating organic food, staying active, and reducing stress. But there’s a hidden health threat that often slips under the radar: heavy metal exposure.

Every day, our bodies come into contact with environmental toxins; from industrial pollutants and contaminated water, to processed foods and even household products. Over time, these toxic metals can accumulate in tissues, triggering wide-ranging health problems:

Research links chronic heavy metal exposure to:

Autoimmune disorders
Heart disease and hypertension
Neurological conditions and cognitive decline
Mood imbalances and fatigue
Weakened immune response

Unlike acute poisoning (which is easy to spot), low-level chronic exposure is much harder to detect. yet potentially more damaging in the long run.

The Most Common Heavy Metals We Encounter

Mercury – found in fish, dental amalgams, and industrial pollution.
Lead – still present in some paints, plumbing, batteries, and contaminated soil.
Cadmium – released from cigarette smoke, plastics, and industrial processes.
Arsenic – can be present in water, rice, and pesticides.

These metals disrupt the body’s delicate balance by interfering with essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and zinc. They can accumulate in the brain, liver, kidneys, and bones, leading to fatigue, poor concentration, mood swings, and long-term health risks.

Traditional Chelation vs Natural Detox Support

Chelation therapy is a medical process that uses chemical agents to bind heavy metals so they can be excreted. While effective, it’s invasive, expensive, and often impractical for mild to moderate exposure.

This has driven interest in natural, plant-based compounds that can support the body’s own detox pathways safely and effectively. One of the most promising? Allicin, the active compound derived from garlic.

Allicin: Nature’s Heavy Metal Cleanser

Allicin is the bioactive component formed when garlic is crushed. Beyond its well-known antimicrobial and immune-supporting properties, studies show allicin can also bind and help remove heavy metals from the body.

Scientific highlights:

Animal studies: Allicin reduced the accumulation of lead, cadmium, and mercury in organs including the liver, kidneys, brain, ovaries, and bones.
Human trial (2012): Employees at a car battery plant (high lead exposure) saw a 19% reduction in blood lead levels after allicin supplementation.
Cell culture research: Allicin demonstrated the ability to lower cellular exposure to heavy metals while protecting essential minerals.

This means allicin doesn’t just neutralise toxins - it helps safeguard the minerals your body needs for optimal function.

AlliTech: Stabilised Allicin You Can Trust

Raw garlic quickly loses its potency as allicin breaks down within hours. That’s why Dulwich Health developed AlliTech, using Allisure™ Technology to deliver 100% stabilised allicin in both liquid and capsule form.

With AlliTech, you get a reliable, concentrated dose of allicin that:

Supports natural heavy metal detox pathways
Helps maintain healthy immune and cardiovascular function
Offers antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits
Can be taken daily from the comfort of your home

How to Use AlliTech for Detox Support

AlliTech Liquid (250ml) – convenient for those who prefer drops or mixing into drinks.
AlliTech Capsules 450mg, 60 caps – a practical option for daily supplementation.
AlliTech Capsules 180mg, 90 caps – ideal for maintenance or gradual introduction.

All AlliTech products are vegan-friendly, and manufactured under strict quality control.

Extension to Your Kit: Add Detoxology Footpads

To complement your internal detox regimen, consider including Detoxology Footpads as an external, nightly support tool. While they should never replace core detox pathways like allicin, probiotics, or hydration, many users find footpads add a comforting ritual that enhances the perception of a reset phase. Simply apply one pad to each foot before sleep and allow it to remain overnight.

Why include footpads in your detox toolkit?

May support relaxation and sleep quality, helping you rest deeper during detox phases (some users report improved comfort).
The herbal and mineral ingredients (e.g. wood vinegar, tourmaline) are intended to promote circulation and foot warmth, which can enhance comfort during a cleanse.
Acts as a gentle, non-invasive adjunct — cooling and calming for tired feet during intensive protocols.

➡️ Use footpads responsibly — always patch test first and discontinue if you experience skin irritation or discomfort. Keep them as a supportive addition to your core detox strategy, not the foundation.

Probiotics & Gut Support

Emerging evidence suggests that probiotics may reduce heavy metal absorption and promote their excretion by improving gut barrier function and modulating metal transport proteins.

Thus, combining allicin support (e.g. AlliTech) with beneficial microbes like Bio-Culture may be synergistic in detox protocols.

Other Botanicals & Phytonutrients

Broccoli and sulfur-rich vegetables: Foods high in sulfur may help chelate metals (garlic, cruciferous veggies).
Chlorella & spirulina: Algae species studied for binding heavy metals and supporting excretion in some studies.

Use these as dietary complements, not stand-alone cures.

The Bottom Line: Don’t Ignore Heavy Metals

Heavy metals may be invisible, but their impact on your health is real. Chronic exposure can silently contribute to fatigue, brain fog, and long-term conditions.

Allicin supplementation with AlliTech offers a natural, science-backed way to support your body’s detoxification processes and reduce your toxic burden - without the cost or invasiveness of chelation therapy.